Pineapple Juice Blend Brix 18 from Japan
A blended pineapple juice with a Brix value of 18, unfermented and not containing added spirit, suitable for retail consumption. It falls under HTS 2009.41.40.40 as pineapple juice of a Brix value not exceeding 20, classified as 'other' non-homogenized preparations. The low Brix indicates minimal concentration without exceeding the 20 threshold.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify Brix value with refractometer readings at 20°C and include lab certification in documentation to confirm ≤20 threshold
• Label as 'pineapple juice' with accurate Brix and ensure no added alcohol exceeding 0.5% vol per Chapter 22 note
• Avoid misclassification by distinguishing from homogenized infant food; provide compositional analysis if blended